Posts by Eashan Kumar

IAC Group Opens Third Manufacturing Facility in Chakan, India, Expands Sustainability Initiatives

International Automotive Components (IAC) Group has inaugurated its third manufacturing facility in Chakan, India, enhancing its production capabilities in the region. The new plant is equipped with advanced Pressure Lamination and Laser Scoring technology, aimed at improving production efficiency and product quality. This development aligns with IAC’s strategy to expand its footprint in India’s automotive […]

Azad Engineering Inaugurates Lean Manufacturing Facility for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in Hyderabad

Azad Engineering has inaugurated an exclusive lean manufacturing facility for Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) at Tunikibollaram, Hyderabad. The 7,200-square-meter facility was opened in the presence of Masahito Kataoka, Senior Vice President, GTCC Business Division, Energy System, MHI; Jayesh Ranjan, Special Chief Secretary, Industries & Commerce and IT, Government of Telangana; and Rakesh Chopdar, Chairman and […]

Nelson Global Opens Seventh Manufacturing Facility in India

Nelson Global, a manufacturer of thermal management, acoustic, air and fluid mechanics, and structural solutions, has opened its seventh manufacturing facility in India, located in Nandigam, Gujarat. The company already operates plants in Chakan, Chennai, Daman, Jamshedpur, Lucknow, Pune, and Rudrapur. The Nandigam facility primarily produces tubular assemblies and serves on-highway, power generation, agriculture, and […]

Arun Mammen Elected Chairman of Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association

Arun Mammen, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of MRF Ltd, has been elected as the Chairman of the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA), the industry body representing India’s tyre manufacturing sector. Hiroshi Yoshizane, Managing Director of Bridgestone India, has been appointed as Vice Chairman. ATMA, which marks its 50th anniversary in 2025, represents India’s automotive […]

Avaada Electro to Establish 5 GW Solar Manufacturing Facility in Greater Noida

Avaada Electro has commenced work on a 5 GW integrated solar module manufacturing facility in Greater Noida, with an investment aimed at expanding India’s solar manufacturing capacity. The foundation stone for the plant, located in Ecotech-16, was laid as part of a broader initiative by the company to strengthen its presence in the renewable energy […]

KPIT Partners with IIT Madras for Employee M.Tech Programs in Automotive Technology

KPIT Technologies has collaborated with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras to offer specialized M.Tech programs for its employees. The initiative is designed to enhance workforce skills in areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and advanced digital and image processing, with courses delivered fully online. According to KPIT, the programs were developed in consultation […]

Godrej Consumer Products Opens Manufacturing Plant Near Chennai

Godrej Consumer Products Ltd (GCPL) has inaugurated a new integrated manufacturing facility in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, with an investment of INR 5.15 billion. The plant, spanning 27 acres within CapitaLand OneHub Chennai, is expected to create over 1,000 direct and indirect jobs. The facility will produce a range of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), including Cinthol […]

Eaton Begins Construction of Rs 200 Crore Manufacturing Facility in Chennai

Eaton Electric India Private Limited has laid the foundation stone for a new 100,000 square foot manufacturing and research facility in Sholinganallur, Chennai. The facility, which represents an investment of Rs 200 crore, is expected to be completed by the end of 2026 and create 500 jobs. The groundbreaking ceremony was conducted on March 7, […]

MIL Power Converter Opens Manufacturing Facility in Haryana

MIL Power Converter has inaugurated a manufacturing facility at Manesar, Gurugram, in the Delhi-NCR region. The facility was opened by Daniel Bernstein, President and CEO of Bel Fuse Inc., alongside Enercon Technologies CEO Eyal Shary. This development follows Bel Fuse Inc.’s acquisition of an 80% stake in Enercon Technologies Ltd. for $320 million in November […]

Marquardt Opens New Manufacturing Plant Near Pune

Marquardt inaugurated a new production plant in Talegaon, near Pune, India, on March 5, 2025. The facility, which replaces the company’s previous site in Mumbai, represents an investment exceeding 180 crore rupees (approximately $21.5 million USD) in infrastructure and equipment. The plant will manufacture mechatronic system solutions for the Indian automotive industry, including drive authorization […]